Job Description

Description

The Leidos Surface Transportation Solutions Portfolio is seeking a Senior-level Research Psychologist / Human Factors Specialist to lead empirical studies of Human Factors issues in the safety and operation of the U.S. transportation system as part of the Human Factors Support Services program. The Research Psychologist will work closely with a team of research scientists, transportation engineers, and support staff to conduct leading edge highway safety and operations research. The candidate will lead and develop research design, plan and execute the research design meeting research objectives, report writing, and dissemination on empirical studies and their outcomes. An ideal candidate will be well reputed in the research industry as evident from published research, conference presentations, research committee leadership, and multiple federally funded projects as Principal Investigator. Opportunities are available for publishing and presenting leading edge research results.

The Research Psychologist will work on a full-time basis within the Washington, DC metro area by February 2023. The position is located at the Federal Highway Administration Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center in McLean, Virginia; however, work will be performed in hybrid onsite/remote mode through telecommuting arrangements. Facilities such as a research sign testing lab, connected intersection testbed, Virtual Reality laboratory, and static- and motion-base driving simulators at the Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center are used to support research on a variety of topics including: transportation systems management and operations; automated driving systems; cooperative driving automation; intersection design; roadway design; signing; pedestrian and bicyclist safety; visibility; traffic control devices; weather; and work zones.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performing thorough literature reviews and summarizing technical information
• Designing and conducting applied behavioral research studies and data collection procedures
• Assuring quality control in data collection
• Interpreting results from statistical analyses
• Communicating with internal and federal project team members
• Developing technical solutions that require collaboration with internal experts across a variety of disciplines,
• Managing and/or collaborating with other technical personnel in a multi-disciplined environment
• Preparing research reports and summaries of research activities
• Reviewing and evaluating complex research studies or programs
• Coaching and reviewing the technical work of team members
• Communicating technical information to audiences with diverse backgrounds
• Leading technical proposals and identifying opportunities for business growth through strategy, client engagement, exceptional performance executing current contracts, etc.
• Ability to work independently to achieve day-to-day objectives with significant impact on project deliverables

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• The candidate must have an advanced degree (Ph.D. or Masters) in experimental psychology, human factors, or an equivalent field. 12+ years of demonstrated skill and related experience.
• Experience in serving as a Principal Investigator and leading research studies is required.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust security clearance.

DESIRED SKILLS/TRAITS/EXPERIENCE

• Experience and expertise specific to human factors research, highway safety and operations, driving automation technology, vulnerable road user safety and Cooperative Driving Automation
• Experience working with Virtual Reality or Virtual Programming Environments
• Good statistical background to interpret results
• Good technical knowledge and understanding of impact on end-product/solution
• Demonstrated experience in engaging a variety of industry, government, research, consulting, and other professionals to achieve a common goal
• Demonstrated, effective writer and engaging presenter who excels at making highly complex and technical information accessible to diverse audiences
• Experience working in an applied research/development/testing environment
• Demonstrated experience in developing research and grant proposals
• Ability to perform well under the pressure of multiple competing deadlines
• Highly proactive, self-motivated, and has sharp self-time management
• Ability to think analytically and apply general concepts to other applicable topics
• Ability to flourish within a dynamic, fun team environment as well as work independently
• Seeks constant improvement through self-identified opportunities and peer feedback

ABOUT LEIDOS

Leidos is a Fortune 500\xc2\xae information technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world\xe2\x80\x99s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. The company\xe2\x80\x99s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $13.74 billion for the fiscal year ended in 2021. For more information, visit .

Pay Range: Pay Range $118,300.00 - $182,000.00 - $245,700.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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